International Morning Update

Feb 26, 2025

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A Message From the Editor

Good Morning. Today we're examining what happens inside law firms when lateral partners are brought in with astronomical compensation packages but don't make it rain right away. We're also looking at a push by U.S. law firms to be key players in Europe's Unified Patent Court. And we also explain the latest move by EU leadership to overhaul several previously adopted sustainability laws — described as necessary to boost the 27-member bloc’s competitiveness.

– Lisa Shuchman, Executive Editor

Lawyer Compensation - General | Analysis

How Quickly Should Star Lateral Partners Make It Rain?

By Dan Roe

One scenario involving a pair commanding a combined annual sum of at least $25 million at White & Case underscores the... Read More

Intellectual Property | News

US Law Firms Are Racing to Dominate Europe's New Patent Battleground

By Ulrike Barth

The Unified Patent Court (UPC) is changing the rules of the game in European patent law—and attracting U.S. law... Read More

Environmental Social and Governance | News

EU Unveils Easing of Corporate Environmental Rules

By Linda A. Thompson

If approved, the plans would save EU-based companies 6.3 billion in annual administrative costs. Read More

Law Firm Hiring | News

Baker McKenzie, Pérez-Llorca, Von Wobeser Add Partners in Mexico Amid High Demand for Legal Services

By Amy Guthrie

The additions underscore a need for seasoned talent in the country, where demand for legal services remains brisk despite... Read More

Commercial Litigation | News

Clyde & Co and HSF Top Rankings of Busiest Litigation Firms in the UK

By Jack Womack

Solomonic's annual report also found a 'clear upward trend' in the amount of time it is taking cases to conclude over... Read More

Law Firm Management | News

CMS Pushes On with China Growth, Localizes Hong Kong Practice with Merger

By Jessica Seah

Since 2023, CMS in Hong Kong has hired at least five partners, from Morrison & Foerster, Mayer Brown, DLA Piper and... Read More

Deals and Transactions | News

Latham, Simpson Thacher Among Advisers For Multimillion Dollar Mandates In India

By Kasvi Sehgal

India's Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas, Anagram Partners and Khaitan & Co have also landed roles in the transactions. Read More

Alternative Dispute Resolution | Analysis

‘Neat and Sophisticated': Will the UK Arbitration Bill Deliver for London?

By Jack Womack

The government hopes its recently passed arbitration bill will solidify London as an arbitration hub. Do arbitration... Read More

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